Because pregnant women may need surgery during pregnancy, nurses should be aware that:

Because pregnant women may need surgery during pregnancy, nurses should be aware that:
 
  a. The diagnosis of appendicitis may be difficult because the normal signs and symptoms mimic some normal changes in pregnancy.
  b. Rupture of the appendix is less likely in pregnant women because of the close monitoring.
  c. Surgery for intestinal obstructions should be delayed as long as possible because it usually affects the pregnancy.
  d. When pregnancy takes over, a woman is less likely to have ovarian problems that require invasive responses.